Sylvan Lake Sailing Club

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Introduction to Sailing

Not sure if sailing is for you? Try it out with a Sail Canada qualified instructor. Following a safety briefing your instructor will take you through the preparation, basic sailing maneuvers, and return you to the dock safe and sound. This two-hour adventure will give you as much hands-on time as you wish.

No pre-requisites, all equipment supplied.

Introduction To Boating PDF


Friday 9-11am

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Friday 12 to 2pm

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Friday 3-5pm

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Friday 6-8pm

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Start Keelboat Sailing

This is the first formal step in the Sail Canada keelboat qualification program.  On this course you will learn to sail safely as a crewmember on a keelboat of 6-12m, in wind conditions of 5-20 Kts, by day.  


This course includes 2.5 hours classroom, followed by a minimum of 13 hours on the water.  Instructor to student ratio is 3:1 offering lots of hands-on time.


No pre-requisites, students are expected to supply their own PFD.


Textbook, Alberta Sailing Association and Sail Canada Course Levies are now included in course registration cost.


https://www.sailing.ca/uploads/2020/11/Start-Keelboat-Sailing-27-February-2021-1.pdf

Tuesday 7-9:30pm online using Teams. Sat/Sun 9-5pm on the lake - Instructor - Norma

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Tuesday 7-9:30pm online using Teams. Sat/Sun 9-5pm on the lake - Instructor - John

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Tuesday 7-9:30pm online using Teams. Sat/Sun 9-5pm on the lake - Instructor - John

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Tuesday June 18, 7-9:30pm online using Teams(other dates available). Aug 2-3 Fri/Sat/9-5pm on the lake - Instructor - TBA

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Tuesday 7-9:30pm online using Teams. Fri/Sat 9-5pm on the lake - Instructor - Norma

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Tuesday 7-9:30pm online using Teams. Sat/Sun 9-5pm on the lake - Instructor - Norma

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Tuesday 7-9:30pm online using Teams. Sat/Sun 9-5pm on the lake - Instructor - John

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Tuesday 7-9:30pm online using Teams. Sat/Sun 9-5pm on the lake - Instructor - Norma

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Tuesday 7-9:30pm online using Teams. Sat/Sun 9-5pm on the lake - Instructor - John

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Basic Keelboat Cruising

Ready to take command of your own vessel?  This is the next formal step in the Sail Canada keelboat qualification program.  On this course you will learn to sail safely as a skipper or crewmember on a keelboat of 6-10m, in moderate wind conditions, by day.  


This course includes 14 hours classroom, followed by a minimum of 18 hours on the water.  Instructor to student ratio is 3:1 offering lots of hands-on time.


Following your training you will write an exam to demonstrate your mastery of the required materials.


No pre-requisites however students with little boating experience may find this course challenging.  Students are expected to supply their own PFD, and basic sailing equipment.


Successful completion of this course can meet the requirements to charter a vessel abroad.


Textbook, Alberta Sailing Association and Sail Canada Course Levies are now included in course registration cost.


https://www.sailing.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Basic-Cruise-2022_04_05.pdf




In person Ashore session Sat / Sun 9-5pm. Remember to book the desired practical session separately.

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Afloat session only (9-4pm). Ashore session should be booked as well based on your schedule. Note - this session is based on weather and may need to be re scheduled if the ice is out late. Instructor - John

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Afloat session only (9-4pm). Ashore session should be booked as well based on your schedule. Instructor - John

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In person Ashore session Sat / Sun 9-5pm. Remember to book the desired practical session separately.

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Afloat session only (9-4pm). Ashore session should be booked as well based on your schedule. Instructor - John

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Afloat session only (9-4pm). Ashore session should be booked as well based on your schedule. Instructor - John

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Women, Wind & Wine


Join an all woman sailing excursion, trim the sails, take the tiller or just sit back and take selfies with your besties. After a couple of hours on the water return to shore to enjoy a glass of wine while you relive your adventure.

NEW THIS YEAR - EASY BOOK GROUP BOOKING on some dates - one friend makes the booking and brings 3 friends!

IF YOU ARE HAVING ISSUES REGISTERING A GROUP on other dates - email programs@sylvansailing.ca and we can help.


What you need to know

Bring friends or come on your own, 4 participants per sailing. No experience necessary. 

We leave the dock at 6:30 - arrive 10 minutes prior for safety orientation

Raincheck policy - We won't sail if the weather prohibits - we rebook if possible or refund.


Where to go - we email you after registration with the address of where to board and where to park. 


What to bring - soft soled shoes, sunglasses, windbreaker, sunscreen, water bottle. This is an outdoor Alberta experience, you know the weather ! Don't forget your camera.

6:30-8:30pm EASY BOOK Group booking- one person books for 4 participants

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6:30-8:30pm EASY BOOK Group booking- one person books for 4 participants

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5:30-7:30pm EASY BOOK Group booking- one person books for 4 participants

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must be born on or before August 01, 2006

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Club Membership

Members applications are due by May 1st each season. 


Operating out of Marina Bay (Place/Court), the Sylvan Lake Sailing Club (SLSC) is a member-based organization for local sailors.


The SLSC thanks all returning and potential members for their interest – we look forward to welcoming you aboard! Please click on the application link below for more details regarding the memberships.


2024 Membership if purchased before May 1st.

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Sailshare Membership

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The SLSC SailShare club owned boats available to share with no more than 8 other SailShare members.

How does it work :

- SailShare members must have minimum qualifications of Basic Cruising Certificate, or

acceptable experience plus a Proven Capability test .

- if you don’t have the experience the club offers lessons to get you qualified for the SailShare program

- Annual program cost is $400 (plus 5% processing fee) , plus a current membership in the Sylvan Lake Sailing Club

- Self-booking and unlimited access, subject to availability when boats are not being

used on Club events or Sailing School program events.

For more information contact SailShare@sylvansailing.ca

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